It’s time for family ravers to rejoice! Joyful weekends spent in a field no longer need to be distant, distant memories. With family friendly festivals in the UK growing in numbers, there’s no need for kids (big and small) to miss out on the festival fun this summer.
Many festivals across the UK now boast far more than just a kid’s tent hidden away in the corner and they are becoming increasingly popular.
To help you create an unforgettable family experience and find your work-life balance this summer we have put together our top 5 family-friendly festivals for you to enjoy in the UK. Which one, (or three!) will you choose?
1. Nozstock: The Hidden Valley
DATE: 23rd – 26th July 2020
LOCATION: Rowden Paddocks (Bromyard, Herefordshire)
Founded by a fun-loving family and their friends, Nozstock: The Hidden Valley Festival held in Rowden Paddocks is one of the UK’s longest-standing family-friendly festivals and has become well known for its wildly imaginative and truly magical approach. This year’s theme follows the trend with their Into Great Unknown. The festival hosts an exciting line-up for 2020, featuring Sister Sledge, Flava D and Culture Shock, amongst many others that promise to bring an awesome festival vibe. There will also be Little Wonderland Kids Area where your little festival-goers can be fully occupied by creative arts & craft activities.
Don’t miss out on:
– A mesmerising line-up spread across 10 stages
– The Little Wonderland featuring activities to keep children entertained, such as Yoga, Lantern Making, Tie-dye T-shirts and workshops such as DJ, Dance and Theatre amongst many more.
– The Altered State where during the day you can experience the unexpected – games, workshops, impromptu paint fights. By night you can enjoy the party with impressive fire shows, disco tunes and madcap roaming performances.
– Family movies at the Wrong Directions Cinema every day until 6pm.
PRICE: Adults (Thursday-Sunday) £153.70 | Teen 15-16 (Thursday- Sunday) £116 | Teen 13-14 (Thursday-Sunday). £106
Under 12s Go FREE
2. Latitude
DATE: 16th July- 19th July
LOCATION: Henham Park,m Suffolk
This award-winning family-friendly festival has a range of activities for kids, teens and adults alike. The Kids Area is designed with imagination and discovery in mind, boasting activities from dancing, singing and crafts to wildlife activities such as pond dipping and traditional fire-making. For teens, the festival has a popular Inbetweeners Teen Area (12+) with a range of workshops including dance, theatre and tree-top climbing.
The line-up is spectacular, with the likes of Liam Galagher, Snow Patrol, Charli XCX and The Lumineers, amongst many more amazing acts.
Don’t miss out on:
– The Hothouse, an on-site restaurant serving delicious meals from fresh and local ingredients
– Worldclass stages such as the legendary Obelisk Arena, the BBC Sounds Stage and the Lake Stage
– A laugh at the Comedy Arena showcasing the UK’s biggest comedy line up
– The Faraway Forest, with theatre performances and interactive installations among nature
PRICE: Adult Family Camping Ticket: £227.80 |Teen Family Camping: £156.60 | Child Family Camping Ticket: £15.00
3. Elderflower Fields
DATE: 22nd – 25th May (South), 29th-31st (Midlands)
LOCATION: Pippingford Park, East Sussex (South), Standford Hall, Leicestershire (Midlands)
Elderflower Fields is a festival loved by families and offers a magnificent weekend that caters to both adults and kids. Coming from humble beginnings as a family and friends local event, it has since rocketed into a festival in high demand and is known as one of the best family-friendly festivals in the UK.
The festival hosts music, sports, arts, and environmental talks. Elderflower Fields possess a pure spirit of love and joy that every festival should have. What’s not to love?
Don’t miss out on:
– Leapfrog Lawns, home to crafty activities and the Big Family Dance Off
– Sports and adventure activities in the Tumbledown Meadows
– Kicking back and enjoying the enchanting music of K.O.G And The Zongo Brigade, The Jive Aces and Year of the Dog
– Keep your eyes out for the magician Kevin Morton who will be magically wandering around the camp and perform for small groups
PRICE: Adults. £143.10 | Over 3s: £71.55 | Under 3s £6.50
4. Camp Bestival
DATE: 30th July- 2nd August 2020
LOCATION: Lulworth Estate (East Lulworth, Dorset)
Camp Bestival, the award winning family friendly festival, will be a jam-packed long-weekend of fun and activities for the whole family to enjoy! The entire festival has been designed with families in mind. You can expect a huge kid’s area full of treats and things to do for children of all ages, Kids TV characters and entertainment. Lights, Camera and Action! This years theme is ‘Camp Bestival Goes to the Movies’
Not to mention, the fantastic line-up on offer. It simply wouldn’t be one of the best family-friendly festivals in the UK without it, right? You can expect an A-list line-up on the main stages of quality acts, including Fatboy Slim, Liam Payne and Becky Hill.
Don’t miss out on:
– Taking a bounce on the World’s Biggest Bouncy castle
– Experiencing a theatre performance in The World’s Greatest Tent
– Practicing your moves in kids’ fest musical workshops, including Zumba, tambourine and magical adventures
– CBBC stars Dick and Dom cause trouble
– Playing on some incredible soft play
PRICE: Adults Weekend Ticket £200 | Kids aged 13-17 Weekend Ticket £135 | Kids aged 10-12 Weekend Ticket £110 | Kids aged 5-9 Weekend Ticket £60 | Kids under 4 £40 | Under 1s Go FREE
5. The Big Feastival
DATE: 28th – 30th August 2020
LOCATION: Alex James’ Farm, near Kingham, Oxfordshire
The Big Feastival is the foodies answer to a family-friendly festival. Hosted at Blur bassist and cheesemaker Alex James’ farm in the Cotswolds, the event always features a stellar line-up of artists/bands and this years line up also promises to bring big names.
The festival certainly lives up to its name and provides an outstanding feast of street food to die for, a line-up of professional chefs and cooking classes for the whole family to enjoy. ~
Whilst you’re indulging in the delights on offer, the kids can take part in crafts, tree climbing and meet their favourite TV stars.
Don’t miss out on:
– Tasting the foodie delights and on offer from local traders, street food and watch some of the biggest chefs in action at The Big Kitchen!
– Circus school located at The Park and many more energising activities!
– Taking a ride on The Helter Skelter or driving the Dodgems at the Vintage Funfair
PRICE: Sunrise release Adult Weekend Ticket £166.50 | Teen Weekend (13-17 years-old) £99 | Child Weekend (under 12 years-old) £27
Heading to the city?
Family festivals not your thing? Check out our top family-friendly activities to do in London this summer!